Road Safety
Surviving a motor vehicle crash changes you. It’s not just the physical recovery, though that alone can be grueling. It’s the emotional weight, the mental toll, and the shift in perspective that stays with you long after the crash scene is cleared. For many, the trauma doesn’t end at impact. And for families who lose loved ones in fatal crashes, the road to healing is long, uncertain, and deeply personal. That’s why we believe that road safety and emotional support must go hand in hand.
By sharing vital information, offering resources, and fostering community engagement, we strive to raise awareness about the importance of safe driving, and supporting individuals impacted by road trauma.
Winter Driving Tip: Why You Should Always Keep the Gas Topped Up
Winter weather is hitting many parts of the United States with unusually low temperatures and snow, creating road conditions that drivers are not always prepared for. Unlike Canada, where freezing temperatures and heavy snow are common and people plan accordingly,...
Car Maintenance Matters: Keep Your Vehicle Safe and Reliable
Many of us treat car maintenance as an afterthought—something to do only when a warning light pops up or a strange noise appears. But the truth is, regular car maintenance is not just about keeping your vehicle running smoothly; it’s about safety, reliability, and...
Driving Safely as We Age: Knowing When to Hang Up the Keys
For many older adults, driving is more than just transportation. It is independence, freedom, and control over daily life. But as we age, natural changes in vision, reaction time, memory, and physical ability can increase risks on the road. With the right strategies,...
Winter Road Closures: Stay Off Closed Roads and Stay in Your Vehicle
Winter storms can quickly turn safe roads into hazardous ones. Heavy snow can cover lanes in minutes, freezing rain creates sheets of ice, and strong winds cause drifting snow and whiteout conditions. When visibility drops or traction is lost, even slow speeds can...
Winter Road Safety & Slip-and-Fall Tips for Crash Survivors
How the Crash Support Network Can Help You Navigate the Season Safely When temperatures drop, hazards rise especially for anyone recovering from injuries caused by a motor vehicle crash. Winter weather brings new risks both on the road and on foot, and even a...
Essential Tips for Winter Behind the Wheel
Driving in the winter can be challenging and even terrifying especially for anyone who has survived a motor vehicle crash. Heavy snowfall reduces visibility, roads become slippery, and even the most attentive drivers can feel tested. The key to staying safe is...
Why You Should Always Double-Check Your Vehicle Repairs
Car maintenance is a crucial part of vehicle ownership. Keeping your engine running smoothly, your brakes responsive, and your ride safe. But sometimes, what starts as a routine service can turn into a stressful, even dangerous situation if the job isn’t done...
Fall Into Road Safety With These Key Driving Tips
As summer fades and the leaves begin to turn, fall brings cooler temperatures, beautiful scenery and new challenges for drivers. Autumn brings its own unique set of road hazards, from slippery leaves to earlier nightfall. From wet leaves to early sunsets, autumn...
Flashing Headlights to Warn of Police Ahead: Is It Safe or Logical?
After surviving a serious motor vehicle crash, every moment behind the wheel reminds me how fragile life truly is. So when I see drivers flashing their headlights to warn of police speed traps, I can’t help but pause and ask myself: Is this really safe? Is it...
Surviving a Horrific Crash: Why Every Choice Behind the Wheel Matters
Surviving a horrific motor vehicle crash—those words are heavy. Surviving means you lived through something that easily could have ended your life. Horrific means it was the kind of moment that rips through your memory like sirens in the dark—something you never...
Back to School Road Safety and Post-Crash Recovery
Back to School Road Safety Tips: Keeping Everyone Safe This Season As summer starts to wind down and the school year starts to kick off, families everywhere will be adjusting to new routines, packed schedules, and the increased traffic that comes with drop-offs,...
Why Wearing a Helmet Is One of the Most Important Safety Habits You Can Have
From childhood bike rides to motorcycle journeys, helmets have always been associated with safety and for good reason. Yet many people still overlook this life-saving gear, choosing comfort or convenience over protection. Whether you’re riding a bicycle,...
Boat Safety Matters: National Drowning Prevention Week
Every summer, thousands of individuals across the world take to the water to enjoy the season. Whether it's a peaceful paddle, an exhilarating speedboat ride, a day of fishing with the family or swimming, water adds enjoyment to our day. There's something about the...
What You Need to Do in the First 48 Hours After a Crash
Motor vehicle crashes are sudden, stressful, and often chaotic. In the aftermath, knowing what to do and when can protect your health, your rights, and your financial future. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide on what you should do in the first 48 hours after a car...
Two Sides of the Same Road: Safety and Support After a Crash
Road safety is crucial. As a survivor of a horrific motor vehicle crash, I’ve experienced firsthand the emotional trauma, physical pain, feelings of loss, financial struggles, insurance denials, constant medical appointments and the life-changing impact a...
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Vital Safety Tips Every Driver Should Know
At the Crash Support Network, we speak to motorcycle crash victims on a regular basis and we see firsthand how devastating motorcycle crashes can be not just for riders, but for their families and communities. Motorcycle crashes are often life-altering and, too often,...
Are Rideshare Services Contributing to Traffic Deaths in Chicago?
As Uber and Lyft become staples of city transportation, questions have emerged about whether their convenience is worth the cost in safety.
Preventing Crashes, Protecting Yourself and Managing Recovery
As a crash survivor, I’ve learned firsthand how crucial road safety is. One moment can change everything, and being cautious behind the wheel can make all the difference. Preventing crashes, protecting yourself, and knowing how to recover if you are injured can make...
Road Safety Tips As We Spring Forward During Recovery
Ah, yes! It’s that time of year again to spring forward! Daylight saving time is arriving, and we get to enjoy those longer, brighter evenings. But while it’s a fun change for many, it can be a little tricky for some, especially if you’re recovering from a motor...
An Open Letter to Every Driver on the Road
Dear Fellow Driver, As we navigate our daily lives, most of us spend countless hours behind the wheel, making our way from one place to another. Whether it's to drive to work, school, the grocery store, or a weekend getaway, we all share the same roads, the same...
Stay Safe in a Snowstorm: What to Do if You Are Involved in a Crash
If you are ever involved in a motor vehicle crash during a snowstorm, knowing what to do can be the difference between staying safe and putting yourself at further risk. Recently, a young man was seriously hurt when he was struck by a pickup truck and pinned into a...
Pledge To Drive Safely and Make a Difference
At the Crash Support Network, we are committed and dedicated to supporting individuals who have been affected by motor vehicle crashes. We personally understand the devastating impact that these incidents can have on victims and their families. That’s why we...
There is No Excuse to Drive Impaired
There is no excuse to drive impaired and I am hoping by writing this blog, it will shed some light on how impaired drivers are a serious risk to everyone on our roads. As we are out driving, we always encounter reckless drivers. Most rant and rave when a driver cuts...
Passengers Can Help Avoid A Collision
Passengers can help avoid a motor vehicle crash as safe driving does not always stop with the driver. Arriving safely is always the goal for everyone in a vehicle. Any diversion of your attention away from the safe operation of your vehicle, like chatting with...
